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Length6h 1m
About this audiobook
Cheer for the underdog in this college sports story that sees Ken Ward trade his rifle for a baseball glove. Struggling to adapt to university life, he channels his wilderness vitality into becoming a star pitcher for the varsity team. The book explores themes of teamwork, rivalry, and school spirit, departing from the western setting to the baseball diamond. It offers a nostalgic glimpse into the athletic traditions and campus life of the early 20th century.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (229)
Includes Goodreads
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length6 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 22, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE VARSITY CAPTAIN
11STATE UNIVERSITY GAME
2A GREAT ARM
12KEN CLASHES WITH GRAVES
3PRISONER OF THE SOPHS
13FRIENDSHIP
4THE CALL FOR CANDIDATES
14THE HERNE GAME
5THE CAGE
15A MATTER OF PRINCIPLE
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6OUT ON THE FIELD
16THE FIRST PLACE GAME
7ANNIHILATION
17KEN'S DAY
8EXAMINATIONS
18BREAKING TRAINING
9PRESIDENT HALSTEAD ON COLLEGE SPIRIT
19IMPRINT | DISCLAIMER
10NEW PLAYERS
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